Quick Orientation
Section
Definition
- Objective
- Understand the core idea
- Keywords
- Definition
Basal Metabolic Rate
- Objective
- Learn the main facts and relationships
- Keywords
- Basal Metabolic Rate
Specific Dynamic Action
- Objective
- Learn the main facts and relationships
- Keywords
- Specific Dynamic Action
Physical Activity and Total Energy Requirement
- Objective
- Learn the main facts and relationships
- Keywords
- Physical Activity and Total Energy Requirement
Clinical Correlation
- Objective
- Connect the mechanism to clinical findings
- Keywords
- Hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, ketosis
Definition
Energy requirement of the body is determined by three factors: basal metabolic rate (BMR), specific dynamic action (SDA) and physical activity; extra energy is needed during growth, pregnancy and lactation.